Of Power, Words, and Intentions
When one's current actions are seen in light of one's past40 total reviews
Comment from Rosemary Everson1
I really like the meaning of your poem. I also find that the last few weeks have been a little trying. It has been immense destruction, looting, violence. Something which has made our world up in arms.
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2020
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I really like the meaning of your poem. I also find that the last few weeks have been a little trying. It has been immense destruction, looting, violence. Something which has made our world up in arms.
Comment Written 08-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2020
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Hello Rosemary,
I am honored by your exceptional rating and thoughtful review.
A tough write...
Thank you!
diane
Comment from Bill Schott
This swap quatrain, Of Power, Words, and Actions, has the proper formatting and calls to point the seeming change in public sentiment toward Black Lives Matter movements that concentrate on society finally dropping barriers to equality in both mind and spirit.
reply by the author on 14-Jun-2020
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This swap quatrain, Of Power, Words, and Actions, has the proper formatting and calls to point the seeming change in public sentiment toward Black Lives Matter movements that concentrate on society finally dropping barriers to equality in both mind and spirit.
Comment Written 08-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 14-Jun-2020
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Thanks so much, Bill!
Take Care,
diane
Comment from Sally Law
"There are chameleons among us," my mother said on many occasions. My, haven't they pulled forward in packs! Oh that's right, it's the election year. Violence and hatred breed more of the same. That's all there is to it and we all matter. Why is it no one is speaking of the black police officer who was shot and killed during one of these violent protests? Man, that got sidelined in a hurry. I'm sorry, but this was just as heartbreaking, even more so. Thanks for standing tall, dear Diane.
Sending you my best today as always,
Sal xoxo
reply by the author on 14-Jun-2020
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"There are chameleons among us," my mother said on many occasions. My, haven't they pulled forward in packs! Oh that's right, it's the election year. Violence and hatred breed more of the same. That's all there is to it and we all matter. Why is it no one is speaking of the black police officer who was shot and killed during one of these violent protests? Man, that got sidelined in a hurry. I'm sorry, but this was just as heartbreaking, even more so. Thanks for standing tall, dear Diane.
Sending you my best today as always,
Sal xoxo
Comment Written 08-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 14-Jun-2020
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Hello Sal!
Thank you so much!
On the lookout for chameleons every day!
Take Care!
diane
Comment from A. Willow Bends
Great job. I know my father, now deceased changed his way of thinking over his lifetime and I actually witnessed it. He never really knew anyone of color, but fell prey to the jokes and stereotypes that others had. THEN, he had to supervise a man who ended up being not only one of his best workers at the telephone company, but a friendship ensued that lasted for years. My Dad finally admitted that people are just people and it was one of the best way he evolved over time. Your poem is wonderful and made me think of that joy in change. GREAT JOB!
Wendy
reply by the author on 14-Jun-2020
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Great job. I know my father, now deceased changed his way of thinking over his lifetime and I actually witnessed it. He never really knew anyone of color, but fell prey to the jokes and stereotypes that others had. THEN, he had to supervise a man who ended up being not only one of his best workers at the telephone company, but a friendship ensued that lasted for years. My Dad finally admitted that people are just people and it was one of the best way he evolved over time. Your poem is wonderful and made me think of that joy in change. GREAT JOB!
Wendy
Comment Written 08-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 14-Jun-2020
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Hello Wendy!
So pleased my words resonated with you!
Thank you!
diane
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
It is funny what people see in this incident, what I saw was the injustice of the situation and I didn't see it as a race crime, this was an unnecessary death and the situation went from a simple arrest to an unlawful death in a matter of moments. Had the man been cooperative, then he would not have died, but the arrest got out of hand very quickly and I dare say there is much regret about the actions now. The rioting, killing and looting since has been appalling and I am thankful for the Police who tried to control the situation as many people's businesses have suffered and indeed I believe a retired black Captain in the Police was shot. Where is the support for this innocent man? This is not so much about racism as opportunists taking advantage to loot shops and kill others. There have been demonstrations all over the world now. Your message here has been delivered gently and a subtle way Diane and I enjoyed the form, the rhymes and the flow, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2020
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It is funny what people see in this incident, what I saw was the injustice of the situation and I didn't see it as a race crime, this was an unnecessary death and the situation went from a simple arrest to an unlawful death in a matter of moments. Had the man been cooperative, then he would not have died, but the arrest got out of hand very quickly and I dare say there is much regret about the actions now. The rioting, killing and looting since has been appalling and I am thankful for the Police who tried to control the situation as many people's businesses have suffered and indeed I believe a retired black Captain in the Police was shot. Where is the support for this innocent man? This is not so much about racism as opportunists taking advantage to loot shops and kill others. There have been demonstrations all over the world now. Your message here has been delivered gently and a subtle way Diane and I enjoyed the form, the rhymes and the flow, love Dolly x
Comment Written 08-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2020
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Hello Dolly!
Thank you for your excellent rating and thoughtful review.
So much chaos. I just hope and pray that many of the most strident protestors - that I know - will remain steadfast in fostering change - in our land and in their hearts. For as I shared in my poem, it is difficult to stomach hypocrisy...
By the way, the next hurricane to hit the U. S. is to be called "Dolly!" :)
Thank you!
diane
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Oh my goodness! I hope I don?t get blamed for that one! Ha ha ha, love Dolly x
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Oh my goodness! I hope I don?t get blamed for that one! Ha ha ha, love Dolly x
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Oh my goodness! I hope I don?t get blamed for that one! Ha ha ha, love Dolly x
Comment from artisart4u
This is a good poem to think about at this time. Some people are just for show and some are serious.
Your wrote it according to the instructions.
Good luck with it.
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2020
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This is a good poem to think about at this time. Some people are just for show and some are serious.
Your wrote it according to the instructions.
Good luck with it.
Comment Written 07-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2020
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Hello artisart4u
(Love your name!)
I am honored by your exceptional rating and complimentary review.
So pleased you enjoyed.
thank you!
diane
Comment from Drew Delaney
I like the idea of the sudden change in certain people. Is it for real or for show? It sounds similar to 'When in Rome, do as the Romans do '. Hypocrisy is an easy way to fit in whatever the situation. Excellent!
Drew xx
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2020
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I like the idea of the sudden change in certain people. Is it for real or for show? It sounds similar to 'When in Rome, do as the Romans do '. Hypocrisy is an easy way to fit in whatever the situation. Excellent!
Drew xx
Comment Written 07-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2020
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Hello Drew!
I am honored by your exceptional rating and thoughtful review.
I pray that all of the protestors are marching for honorable reasons...
Thank you!
diane
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You?re welcome! We?ll deserved!
Comment from ameen786
Hello Mrs.KT, first I thought you were reflecting upon our president, who no doubt is a bigot and hypocrite big time; a second reading gave me a better grasp of your bold message; the poem has great flow with excellent rhymes. It is said that, "The repentance of a hypocrite is itself hypocrisy." Superb poem, thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2020
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Hello Mrs.KT, first I thought you were reflecting upon our president, who no doubt is a bigot and hypocrite big time; a second reading gave me a better grasp of your bold message; the poem has great flow with excellent rhymes. It is said that, "The repentance of a hypocrite is itself hypocrisy." Superb poem, thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 07-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2020
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Hello ameen!
So pleased you gave my offering a second reading!
I am honored by your exceptional rating and thoughtful review.
Appreciate the quote you shared. (I agree)
Thank you again!
diane
Comment from kleck140
I read your poem a few times and it sends a message
to someone that you might have worked with. I hope
that "All Lives Matter." not only black lives. I think we
will find more harmony, once All Lives Matter to everyone.
Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2020
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I read your poem a few times and it sends a message
to someone that you might have worked with. I hope
that "All Lives Matter." not only black lives. I think we
will find more harmony, once All Lives Matter to everyone.
Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 07-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2020
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Hello kleck!
Thank you!
Yes. I did write this piece as if to send a message to not just one colleague, but a few. Difficult for me to read postings on social media or to see these individuals protesting when I know them to have treated former minority students with disdain. Now if they have fully changed their worldview, good for them. If not, then hypocrisy is alive and well, and they disgust me...
And yes, I, too believe "All Lives Matter," but apparently that is not politically correct... :)
Thank you for your excellent rating and thoughtful review.
diane
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Your are welcome!
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
Of Power, Words, and Actions
by Mrs. KT
Hello my friend
Your poem is thought provoking but I'm not sure what your message is. I know it has to do with our present unrest and black lives matter movement.
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2020
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Of Power, Words, and Actions
by Mrs. KT
Hello my friend
Your poem is thought provoking but I'm not sure what your message is. I know it has to do with our present unrest and black lives matter movement.
Comment Written 07-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2020
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Hello Gypsy,
Glad you stopped by.
I wrote this piece in response to viewing a number of former white colleagues who are now championing the Black Lives Matter movement and the protest surrounding George Floyd's murder/death, yet when I taught with them, they treated minority students with disdain. One in particular stands out = no empathy, no compassion, no positivity, and no shame in spewing her hatred when she thought she was among peers that were like-minded. Now, if she has changed, and I hope to God she has, great. But don't go about being a "white knight champion" just to gain acceptance or publicity or to be part of a movement when you didn't give a "rat's ass" for years... :)
Whew!
Thanks again, Gypsy!
diane
